I'm a Bavarian who emigrated to Trieste and work for Powderguide as a meteorologist, developer of the PG-ICON weather and ski video specialist. Val Saisera is my favourite place for ski tours. I like to bake bread, apple strudel and Tortel-Frico.
Sebastian Müller
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videos of the week
Videos of the Week #12 2021/22 | The science of snow and avalanches
Sebastian Müller • 02/18/2022You can describe snow and avalanches using physics. In order to understand a snowpack, thermodynamics is required above all, which describes the partial pressures and transformation processes of the crystals. The triggering of an avalanche requires a description of the mechanical properties of the snowpack and fluid dynamics are used for its propagation. However, science can sometimes be quite dry. That's why today we are presenting videos that make the subject matter more digestible. -
WeatherBlogs
WeatherBlog 13 2021/22 | Stormy times and a glimmer of hope
Sebastian Müller • 02/16/2022A leeward cyclone has formed in the Gulf of Genoa and is showering the Alps with snow from the south. The general weather situation remains strongly zonal and therefore mild and humid. Strong storm lows are moving through northern Europe towards the weekend, with plenty of mild winds and wet precipitation. Their fronts will also determine the weather on the northern side of the Alps. However, there is reason to look forward to the new week! -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #11 2021/22 | Clickbaiting: Crashes and Crushes
Sebastian Müller • 02/11/2022On the ubiquitous monopolistic video platform, we are often lured into clicking with sensational titles: this strategy is called clickbaiting. It works best with dangerous actions, stupid sayings or happy accidents. This episode therefore promises above all entertaining entertainment, although high-quality films have also worked their way up the algorithm and are shared here. -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #10 2021/22 | Gaps, step-ups and kickers
Sebastian Müller • 02/04/2022Since the beginning of skiing and especially freeskiing, airtime has been essential. Speeds, slopes and soft snow simply demand that you give up contact with the snow. So either special kickers are built and jumped, or natural terrain features are used: cliff drop, gap, step-up, transfer - you name it! Of course, this is fun and also scores points in the freeride contests. We hope you enjoy today's airy selection! -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #9 2021/22 | Ski-fabrikanten Revue
Sebastian Müller • 01/28/2022You can look back on many things: Mountain tours, vacations and alpine clubs. Today, a few ski companies have imposed themselves on me with their films, and I'm devoting my attention to them. The Freeride World Tour has also started and TGR is working on an accident. -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #9 2021/22 | Other low mountain ranges
Sebastian Müller • 01/21/2022Of course, the Alps are our favorite. But hold on! Other regions of Central Europe also have beautiful mountains, with mostly relaxing and sometimes exciting terrain and descents. Regional ski touring in the nearest low mountain range was the new discovery and rediscovery par excellence at the height of the pandemic: Badisch Columbia 2021! We stay at home and head east, north, west and south. There's snow everywhere and hopefully freedom to travel again soon. -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #8 2021/22 | Vimeo Session
Sebastian Müller • 01/14/2022Once again, the fine artistic alternative for video material is highlighted: vimeo. Not everything is free here, but certainly none of it is for nothing. Well, I still can't get around youtube completely. You can expect a nice mix of amateur recordings and philosophical works, and yes, you see right, we have Japow on offer! -
gear of the week
Gear of the week | EVOC Snow Gear Roller XL
Sebastian Müller • 01/09/2022When I cross the Alps twice by public transport at Christmas time, transporting one or two pairs of skis, I can only do it so comfortably because I have a ski bag with wheels. A task that looks like Sisyphus suddenly becomes child's play. -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #7 2021/22 | Favorites
Sebastian Müller • 01/07/2022We roam the familiar channels and are surprised at how well they continue to deliver: Mountain art and agony, how to and charm and dialect. -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #6 2021/22 | Alpine Club Review
Sebastian Müller • 12/31/2021We elegantly bridge the barren heat period between the years with the annual scouting of the Alpine clubs' YouTube channels. These show a lot about how they see themselves. Some are in their infancy, neglected and antiquated, and some are packed with fancy content that our modern society so desperately needs. -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #5 2021/22 | Happy VdW
Sebastian Müller • 12/24/2021Come one, come all, there's going to be plenty of presents! We have great entertainment from the most prominent protagonists and TGR to offer. Find your present! -
videos of the week
Videos of the Week #4 2021/22 | Early winter bloom
Sebastian Müller • 12/17/2021Unlike the weather: the video precipitation accumulates on the www. The ski video contributions are currently very considerable. It's easy to fill the issue. We particularly enjoy the female influence and let them take the lead!